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Arts
Traveling Light
When: Thursday, February 9, 2012
Where: Pollak Theatre
Traveling Light, a new play by Nicholas Wright, a renowed UK playwright, and directed by Nicholas Hytner. It is a fascinating and funny tribute to the Eastern European immigrants who became major players in Hollywood’s golden age, featuring the award-winning actor, Anthony Sher.
Theater
Music Theater Lab Presents - A Conversation with Winnie
When: Thursday, February 9, 2012
Where: Taplin Auditorium
Winnie Holzman will speak about her experiences in the musical theatre and movie industry. She received a Tony nomination and a Drama Desk Award for Wicked. For television she created My So-Called Life, wrote for thirtysomething and executive produced Once and Again starring Sela Ward.
Arts
Complexity: Art Outside the Limits of Imagination OPENING RECEPTION
When: Thursday, February 9, 2012
Where: Barron Arts Center
Woodbridge, New Jersey– The Barron Arts Center presents "Complexity: Art Outside the Limits of Imagination," a four artist exhibit featuring area artists Gary Bulwicz, Dawn Arena, Andrew Edwards & Paul Borkowski. The exhibit runs February 9-26 with an opening reception Thursday February 9, 2012 from 7-9 PM. Light refreshments will be provided. Through painting, sculpture, photography and more, the artists share their point of view of the limitless imagination. South Brunswick artist Dawn Arena, Metuchen based Gary Bulwicz, Paul Borkowski of Fords & Manhattan based Andrew Edwards showcase a wide array of styles that show the viewer the secret inner life of the artists and challenge the already ambiguous definition of art. The Barron Arts Center always accepts donations for The Mayor’s Food Bank & The Woodbridge Animal Shelter** Please become a “fan” of the “Barron Arts Center” on our Facebook page to get all of the latest information on upcoming programs and events. Follow us on Twitter for art news from Woodbridge & around the world!** For more information or directions, please call (732) 634-0413.
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Theater
4th Wall Theatre presents: The Story of My Life
When: Thursday, February 9, 2012 - Saturday, February 11, 2012
Where: Westminster Arts Center
This two-man one act musical premiered on Broadway in 2009 and tells the story of two childhood friends and how their friendship profoundly defined their lives. Thomas Weaver is a best-selling, award-winning author. Alvin Kelby was his best friend for thirty years. Time tests the bonds of friendship, and when it does, Thomas calls on the only resource he has - his stories of Alvin - to learn where things went wrong. Described by New Jersey theatre critic Peter Filichia as "A tender, yet strong musical. For everyone who’s ever shared with a friend a movie, a secret, or a hurt – and isn’t that indeed everyone? The Story of My Life might well change the story of your life."
Arts
A Tale of Two Louies: Interpreting an Archetypal American Musical Icon
When: Thursday, February 9, 2012
Where: Visual Arts Center of New Jersey
The infamous song "Louie Louie" was enormously influential on early sixties rock 'n' roll, to the extent that Frank Zappa dubbed it an "Archetypal American Musical Icon." In this presentation, Dr. Christopher Doll discusses the tangled roots of this noteworthy recording and investigates the various strands of its influence from the sixties to the present day.
Music
"Eugene Onegin" World Premiere
When: Thursday, February 9, 2012
Where: Richardson Auditorium at Princeton University
The Princeton Symphony Orchestra and Princeton University will collaborate for the first-ever performance of the 1936 dramatization of Pushkin's masterpiece Eugene Onegin, with incidental music by Prokofiev. The work was censored by Soviet officials during the Stalinist regime and the play script disappeared into various archives. Only recently, the full script was located, and will be reunited with its music and staged for the first time as originally conceived for orchestra, chorus, and dance. Also on the program is the world premiere of a new work by Prokofiev's grandson Gabriel Prokofiev. His Concerto for Bass Drum and Orchestra will be performed by percussion virtuoso Joby Burgess.
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Preventative Heart Health
When: Thursday, February 9, 2012
Where: Summit Medical Group
Do you know your risk for cardiac disease? Take a closer look at guidelines, tools, and techniques that can assess your own risk and learn the latest on preventing cardiovascular disease. Cardiac screenings such as cholesterol testing, calcium scoring, stress testing and echocardiograms will be discussed.
Food and Wine
Wine & Chocolate Tasting
When: Thursday, February 9, 2012
Where: Verve
Fine estate wines and chocolate delights; food, door prizes and fun.
Comedy
Howie Mandel
When: Thursday, February 9, 2012
Where: Bergen Performing Arts Center
The outrageously comedic Howie Mandel will be performing live at the Bergen Performing Arts Center on Thursday, February 9th at 8pm.
Benefits
All Critters Rescue First Annual Valentine’s Dinner and Gift Auction: All Fur Love
When: Thursday, February 9, 2012
Where: Our House Restaurant
All Critters Rescue will host “All Fur Love,” a Valentine’s Dinner and Gift Auction, at Our House Restaurant in Farmingdale, NJ, on Thursday, February 9, from 6 PM to 10 PM. All Critters Rescue hopes to raise thousands of dollars through this benefit. Their mission to rescue companion animals and farm animals is only made possible through the generosity of private donations. Corporate sponsors as well as private citizens have been eager to support All Critters Rescue through this event. What better date to share with a significant other than a night filled with good food and exciting auction items, from which 100% of the proceeds fund All Critters Rescues’ efforts? Dr. Anna Orzel, DVM, of 4 Paws Animal Hospital in Englishtown, NJ will be honored by the organization at the dinner for her tireless work in caring for animals rescued by All Critters Rescue. Tickets for the event may be purchased by going to the website, or by calling Steve at 732-616-3368. All Critters Rescue is a no-kill, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization comprising a vast network of foster homes throughout New Jersey.
Film
New Jersey Film Festival Spring 2012
When: Friday, February 10, 2012
Where: Rutgers University, Voorhees Hall #105
High Time For A Hero – Christina Eliopoulos (Eatontown, New Jersey) A music video of Jeff Saxon’s politically-charged song. 2011; 4 min. Salt Water Jackie – Ruthie Levy (New York, New York) A tightly wound ballet troupe is forced to share their rehearsal space with a group of rock and roll bad boys in this fun music video. 2011; 6 min. Look to the Cookie - Lindsay Lindenbaum (New York, New York) A truly sweet, short documentary that transports viewers into the world of Glaser’s Bakery, a small family business that has been faithfully serving its customers in the Yorkville neighborhood of Manhattan for over a century. 7 Years Underground: A 60's Tale - Jason M. Solomon (North Hollywood, California)The legendary Cafe Au Go Go opened in 1964, after a one-year protracted legal battle, when Howard and Elly Solomon were finally granted a 'unique' cabaret license.
Music
Cherish the Ladies: Irish Homecoming With Maura O’Connell
When: Friday, February 10, 2012
Where: Pollak Theatre
When describing Cherish the Ladies, the critics say it best. "It is simply impossible to imagine an audience that wouldn't enjoy what they do," says the Boston Globe, "An astonishing array of virtuosity," adds the Washington Post, "Expands the annals of Irish music in America, the music is passionate, tender and rambunctious," notes The New York Times. For the past twenty five years, Cherish the Ladies have proven themselves worthy to live up to these accolades and in doing so have become one of the most engaging ensembles in the history of Irish music. By transforming lyrics and music into intimate portraits of human life, Maura O’Connell offers soulful consolation on simply living it. The ultimate singer's singer, O'Connell's gems are worth hearing again and again.
Food and Wine
Maggiano's Cooking Demonstration & Wine Tasting
When: Friday, February 10, 2012
Where: Maggiano's Little Italy (Bridgewater)
Come watch Sous Chef Donald Colley prepare a Valentine's Day menu and see just how much passion he puts into what he serves. Everyone will get to learn how to make his favorite creations and some will even get a chance to help with the demonstration! A wine specialist will also be offering a taste of our featured wines specifically paired with each dish.
Food and Wine
A Taste of Spring
When: Friday, February 10, 2012
Where: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
On Friday, February 10th from 6:30-9:30 PM, Holy Trinity Orthodox Church in Randolph will host A Taste of Spring fundraiser. Join members of the Holy Trinity Orthodox Church for an evening of tasty food samples show-casing delicious foods from a variety of local restaurants and caterers, including On Call Catering in Flanders, NJ, All in the Icing in Netcong, NJ, the Budd Lake Diner in Budd Lake and many many more! A Taste of Spring will be held at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 319 Quaker Church Road in Randolph. Come out and enjoy an evening of scrumptious fare! A Taste of Spring is a fundraiser benefiting Holy Trinity Orthodox Church charities and projects. Tickets are $20 purchased in advance and $25 at the door. To purchase tickets please call 973-898-0751 or mail a check, made out to Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, to Guy Gulbin at 61 Grove Avenue, Morris Plains, NJ 07950. Please visit our website at www.holytrinityrandolph.com for more information.
Benefits
Spinning For A Helathier Heart
When: Friday, February 10, 2012 - Sunday, February 12, 2012
Where: MAXFIT Spinning Studios
Maxfit, Bergen’s first and leading Spinning® and fitness studio, will host a fundraiser in observation of Women’s Cardio Health Awareness Month (February 2012) with proceeds going toward Englewood Hospital & Medical Center’s Cardiology Fund which supports it's Cardiac Rehabilitation Program. Maxfit will run eight hour-long Spinning® classes from Friday, February 10th through Sunday, February 12th (sign up required in advance by visiting www.maxfit.com with $10 of each class’s $20 fee going directly to the non-profit health facility. Participants may contribute beyond the base class fee to enhance their donation. Location: MAXFIT Spinning Studio, 15 Broadway, Cresskill, NJ in the Horizon Mall.
Music
Cherish the Ladies: Irish Homecoming With Maura O'Connell
When: Friday, February 10, 2012
Where: Pollak Theatre
When describing Cherish the Ladies, the critics say it best. "It is simply impossible to imagine an audience that wouldn't enjoy what they do," says the Boston Globe, "An astonishing array of virtuosity," adds the Washington Post, "Expands the annals of Irish music in America, the music is passionate, tender and rambunctious," notes The New York Times. For the past twenty five years, Cherish the Ladies have proven themselves worthy to live up to these accolades and in doing so have become one of the most engaging ensembles in the history of Irish music.By transforming lyrics and music into intimate portraits of human life, Maura O'Connell offers soulful consolation on simply living it. The ultimate singer's singer, O'Connell's gems are worth hearing again and again. more
Music
Valentines Show
When: Friday, February 10, 2012
Where: Morristown Unitarian Fellowship
Folk Project performers gather to celebrate love—good, bad, hot, cold, lost, and found
Arts
Chamber Music with Judith Kellock, Janice Weber and Fintan O’Toole performing Ross Lee Finney's setting of poems by James Joyce
When: Friday, February 10, 2012
Where: Taplin Auditorium
Soprano Judith Kellock, pianist Janice Weber and theater critic Fintan O’Toole will present a chamber music performance of Ross Lee Finney’s setting of poems by James Joyce.
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Garden Club Weekend at GFS
When: Friday, February 10, 2012 - Sunday, February 12, 2012
Where: Grounds for Sculpture
On this very special weekend, you’ll discover a wide variety of horticultural displays by several area garden clubs. Come to ask questions of their members to learn important “green” tips while basking in the inviting sights and scents of an early spring at Grounds For Sculpture. more
Music
Cherish the Ladies: Irish Homecoming with Maura O'Connell
When: Friday, February 10, 2012
Where: Pollak Theatre
When describing Cherish the Ladies, the critics say it best. "It is simply impossible to imagine an audience that wouldn't enjoy what they do," says the Boston Globe, "An astonishing array of virtuosity," adds the Washington Post, "Expands the annals of Irish music in America, the music is passionate, tender and rambunctious," notes The New York Times. For the past twenty five years, Cherish the Ladies have proven themselves worthy to live up to these accolades and in doing so have become one of the most engaging ensembles in the history of Irish music.By transforming lyrics and music into intimate portraits of human life, Maura O'Connell offers soulful consolation on simply living it. The ultimate singer's singer, O'Connell's gems are worth hearing again and again.
